RPO Talent Acquisition Partner

RECLAIM; Peterborough; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dynamic Talent Acquisition Partner to join their RPO Centre of Recruitment Excellence. This role offers the chance to make a significant impact within engineering and blue-collar manufacturing recruitment. You'll leverage market intelligence to deliver high-quality solutions, engage with stakeholders, and develop innovative strategies. With a commitment to ethical practices and a focus on people, this opportunity promises a supportive environment where your contributions will be valued. Join a team that champions diversity and inclusion while shaping the future of workforce solutions.

Benefits

24 Days Annual Leave

Private Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Gym Membership Discounts

Volunteering Programs

Discounted Share Purchase Opportunities

Early Finish Fridays

Employee Assistance Program

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years' experience in recruitment, agency, RPO, or in-house.
• Experience in engineering or manufacturing environments is essential.

Responsibilities

• Identify and engage candidates with in-demand skills.
• Design recruitment strategies aligned with business objectives.
• Collaborate with marketing for targeted recruitment campaigns.

Skills

Stakeholder Management

Recruitment Analytics

Communication Skills

Data-Driven Approach

Niche Role Sourcing

Education

5+ Years in Recruitment

Experience in Engineering/Manufacturing

Full UK Driving License

Tools

ATS Platforms

Job description

RPO Talent Acquisition Partner

Competitive Salary + Industry-Leading Bonus Scheme

Hybrid Working: Home/on Client Site - Peterborough

About The Role

We're looking for a Talent Acquisition Partner to join our RPO Centre of Recruitment Excellence. This is an exciting opportunity for a driven recruitment professional to support a key client of ours, partnering with their business. This role primarily involves working within the engineering and blue-collar manufacturing space. Using market intelligence and data-led insights, you'll deliver high-quality recruitment solutions and exceed client expectations. If you're passionate about making an impact and thrive in a performance-led environment, we'd love to hear from you.

Why Join Us?

Joining Talent Solutions means being part of an organization that deeply values its people. As a global leader in RPO and MSP delivery, we're more than just a workforce solutions provider—we genuinely understand what makes people tick.

Key Responsibilities

1. Targeting niche skill sets: Use your expertise to identify and engage candidates possessing in-demand skills and cultivate a talent pool for ongoing use.
2. Design and facilitate recruitment strategies aligned with business objectives; manage requirements against process steps, milestones, and budgets while ensuring customer satisfaction through KPIs and SLAs.
3. Conduct market research and use market intelligence to inform innovative recruitment strategies.
4. Collaborate with marketing to create targeted campaigns and implement creative sourcing techniques.
5. Develop relationships with hiring managers, HR, and other key stakeholders, providing strategic guidance and recruitment plans aligned with organizational goals.
6. Guide hiring managers on the recruitment process, routes to market, and sourcing options.
7. Establish clear communication channels with clients and key stakeholders to provide updates on recruitment activities, candidate pipelines, and sourcing strategies.
8. Schedule regular meetings with clients to review progress, address concerns, and align on priorities.
9. Prioritize relevant industry events to facilitate networking and promote the employer brand.

Who We're Looking For

1. A minimum of 5 years' experience in recruitment, agency, RPO, or in-house.
2. Experience recruiting in engineering or manufacturing environments is essential.
3. Strong stakeholder management skills and confidence to work independently.
4. Solid understanding of recruitment tools and technologies, including ATS platforms.
5. Data-driven approach with experience using recruitment analytics.
6. Proven ability to source for niche or hard-to-fill roles.
7. Resilience, adaptability, and excellent communication skills.
8. A full UK driving license is required.

What You'll Receive

1. Competitive pay: Base salary with opportunities for incentive pay, including commission, bonuses, and merit increases.
2. Holidays: 24 days' annual leave (up to 27 days with service) plus your birthday off, with options to purchase additional days.
3. Pension: Competitive plan with contributions that grow with your length of service.
4. Health & Wellbeing: Flexible benefits fund offering private medical insurance, dental, gym memberships, health screenings, and more.
5. Family-Friendly Entitlements: Generous policies, including an employee assistance program.
6. Additional Perks: Monthly early finish Fridays, discounted share purchase opportunities, volunteering programs, gym membership discounts, and retail discounts through Tastecard and ManpowerGroup Rewards.

About Us

Global leaders in workforce solutions and strategies. Our clients need to be agile and innovative to survive in an unpredictable landscape. At Talent Solutions, we help them meet every challenge by addressing their most complex workforce needs. We offer everything from Recruitment Process Outsourcing (RPO) to Managed Service Provider (MSP) solutions and world-class talent management. We get people. And together, we'll shape our future.

We are proud to have been voted one of the world's most ethical companies for 16 years in a row, reflecting our commitment to integrity, transparency, and ethical business practices.

We are committed to promoting a diverse and inclusive community—a place where everyone can be themselves and succeed on merit. We welcome applications from all qualified or experienced individuals regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, or disability. ManpowerGroup is a Disability Confident Employer and supports flexible working.

We get people, and together we'll shape our future. Apply now.

Please note we can only accept applications from candidates residing in the UK.